00:00Bus company Go North East has refuted reports that its higher standard vehicles have been
00:05sent across the country to the north-west. The allegations were made by unions with pairing
00:10group Go Ahead having recently won a major contract in the area.
00:14Go North East also revealed it had not been notified of any official ballot for strike
00:18action after Unite the Union warned members could walk out after a row with the firm over
00:23safety and treatment of staff.
00:26The union claimed this week that drivers and engineers at depots in Tyneside, Northumberland
00:30and County Durham have been threatened with dismissal, suspended and sent home from work
00:34when health and safety issues are raised.
00:37Go North East has insisted that the safety of passengers is the company's top priority.
00:41A spokesperson for Go North East said Go North East is committed to ensuring the highest
00:45safety standards at all times.
00:47At all our depots we have strict safety policies and procedures in place which are in line
00:52with the latest industry standards and recommendations. These safety protocols ensure the protection
00:57of both drivers and passengers.
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